Which nerve block is best for hip replacement pain?
NCT ID NCT07232173
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compared two types of nerve blocks—PENG and SFIC—for pain control in 100 adults undergoing hip replacement surgery. The goal was to see which block provides faster and better pain relief. Both techniques are used to reduce the need for opioids and improve recovery.
What this could mean
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Active substance
nerve block procedure (PENG block or suprainguinal fascia iliaca compartment block)
What this could lead to
If one block proves clearly better, it could become the preferred method for managing pain during hip replacement, reducing opioid use and speeding recovery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with 100 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Both techniques are already in use, so no major breakthrough is expected.
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Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University
Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt